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underline

[uhn-der-lahyn, uhn-der-lahyn, uhn-der-lahyn] / ˈʌn dərˌlaɪn, ˌʌn dərˈlaɪn, ˈʌn dərˌlaɪn /
VERB
emphasize; mark
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accentuate highlight indicate point up stress underscore
STRONG
bracket caption feature italicize rule
WEAK
call attention to check off draw attention to give emphasis interlineate play up point to

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"These findings underline the importance of international trade, storage, and flexible policies. Because droughts do not hit all regions at the same time, smart planning can use this natural diversity to buffer global food supplies."

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

Gremaud, 25, posted an improved score of 79.15 in her second run to underline her dominance of the qualifying event.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

And a regional Super Bowl commercial from Kellogg’s Raisin Bran is set to underline the importance of dietary fiber.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

However, he knows might not earn any better opportunities to underline his place as the greatest player of all-time.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

Benefo uses his hands to underline his statement.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

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